Accounting Director at a multi - entity professional services firm overseeing accounting operations. Leading process improvements and compliance within a growing organization located in the United States.
About the role
- Working Student in Accounting at Upvest, supporting financial operations and invoice management. Collaborating with teams on various tasks in the fintech sector.
Responsibilities
- You support the recording and review of invoices via Payhawk and Oracle NetSuite.
- You maintain invoice entries for all entities, both electronically and by mail.
- You assist with the management of our virtual credit cards and travel expense reports.
- You support colleagues with routine tasks, such as monthly closings, preparation of regulatory reports, and investor reports.
- You assist colleagues with project work, such as audits, internal reviews, ISAE 3402 audits, Work Instruction updates, and process improvement initiatives.
- You support your accounting team in communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- You are enrolled as a student in economics, finance, accounting, or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of accounting and related processes.
- Good communication skills in English.
- A strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Eagerness to deepen knowledge in accounting, processes, internal controls, and related areas.
- Interest in the banking and fintech market and curiosity about investing.
- Initial work experience in a relevant field (e.g., accounting, audit, or advisory).
- Knowledge of German (banking) GAAP (HGB, RechKredV).
- Experience with accounting or ERP systems, e.g., Oracle NetSuite.
Benefits
- Impact-driven work: We’re building the infrastructure that will power the future of investing in Europe. It’s complex, ambitious, and meaningful. You’ll work with modern technologies and create something entirely new — no legacy systems, no limits.
- Flexible work environment: Work from any of our hubs in Berlin, London, or Tallinn — hybrid or remotely across Europe, depending on the role. We provide the choice and budget to work where you’re most comfortable and productive, either at home or in the office.
- Team celebrations: Participate in company-wide events, such as UpFest, dinners, offsites, and our holiday party, to connect with colleagues and celebrate our achievements.
- Inclusion: We’re committed to a culture where everyone belongs and thrives. Our Employee Resource Groups foster inclusion and connection, like Upfem for our female Upvengers, or UpVergent supporting neurodivergent Upvengers and allies.
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